Is there a source for HHR production numbers? I was curious what the breakdowns were on paint color, transmission type, etc. I have an old Corvette, and there's a ton of info available on it. I was hoping the HHR would have a similar following.

I'm beginning to think that the manual transmission must make up an extremely small percentage of the total. I have yet to see a 5-speed, except at the Auto Show I attended... None of the local dealers have any in stock, and the majority of used ones on the internet appear to be automatics.

I really want a stick shift, but want to hear more about other owner's experiences with it.

Thanks - Mark

 

I have the 5-speed and love it. Dealership got one from another dealer 150 miles away. Bought it without ever driving a manual HHR. It shifts smooth, plenty of power (I have the 2.4). There are several people on here with manuals.

 

What state are you from?
You could order it
In FL there are more that have 5 speed than not

 

I'm in VA, near DC/MD/WV I did a used car search on cars.com and found a couple, but none of the dealers locally have any 5spds on their websites (new).

I think when I'm ready to pull the trigger, I'll order one from the factory. After going to the Autoshow yesterday and climbing all over them, I really want the leather seats, and I want the side air bags. I haven't seen any used ones advertised with the side airbags, so I'll just order what I want and pay sticker.

 

Too bad you're not in AZ. I ordered mine from the factory, 5 spd, leather, side airbags, etc. and paid $100 over dealer invoice (I had a contact at a local dealer).

 

Same in FL. 9 5 speeds at dealer in sanford,FL They also have 29 HHR on there lot as of sunday afternoon. $2,000.00 coupon in paper for HHR at there dealership.

 

When I get ready to buy, I may just use up some airline miles and fly down there and drive back. I did that a few years ago, when I bought my vette in Saint Louis. Made for a fun road trip!

 

You are correct. The manuals are harder to find. I must have looked in every dealership in SC, south GA and most of FL.

I did finally find in FL, but in Miami. I wanted the Daytona Blue with a 5-speed and this was the only one I found. I didn't look in all colors and I was picky on that. I also found a SE in eastern TN that was my scond choice.